London, England

Samuel Johnson famously wrote, “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.” Would the corollary to that be “When someone is tired of college, he or she should go to London”?

One of our most popular destinations, London offers a number of exciting programs in what is arguably one of the world’s most incredible cities. Students take classes at BU’s London Academic Center, centrally located in exclusive South Kensington, minutes away from world-class museums, quaint residential areas, great shopping, and some of London’s famous parks.

Housing is in furnished apartments within walking distance of the BU London Academic Center. Flats vary in size (from two to 13 occupants), configuration, and style of decoration, but most consist of shared bedrooms, bath/shower room, and a living/dining room with cooking facilities. Telephone and Internet access are provided in each of the apartments. Visit the BU London website.

Things to do range from a simple walk to Kensington Gardens or visiting one of London’s museums to travel around the UK to international trips in France, Spain, Switzerland, and more.

Students interested in art history, architecture, and urban studies now have the opportunity to study in both London and Paris. Through lectures and excursions, students will study the exquisite arts and architectural styles of the two cities.Tags:English Speaking, Paris, Summer, UndergraduateFocus:Art & Architecture

The goal of the program is the total integration of students into the academic and extracurricular life of the Courtauld Institute of Art, Britain’s preeminent art institute.Tags:English Speaking, FallFocus:Art & Architecture

Our newest program in London is about London itself—the stories, the voices, the history, and the literature of this greatest of all cities. Open to all students fascinated by London and specially designed for English and history students, this program offers a curriculum designed to appeal to the serious student.Tags:English Speaking, FallFocus:English/Creative Writing, History, Literature

Students in the field of education have the opportunity to gain international teaching experience through the Boston University London School of Education Program. The program includes specialized coursework in cross-cultural studies and student teaching in a community institution.Tags:BU students only, FallFocus:Education